Exploring Growth
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Business Growth Advisor and Content Marketing Agency CEO, Lee Murray, interviews experts on growth from all types of backgrounds. Lee’s goal is to provide Founder/CEOs and Sales & Marketing Leaders with practical wisdom they can take back and deploy in their companies and with their teams. This podcast serves as a resource to second stage growth companies, to help them unlock next level growth.
Each week Lee gives his thoughts and interviews experts around mindset, marketing & sales strategy, building systems and forming teams.
Each week Lee gives his thoughts and interviews experts around mindset, marketing & sales strategy, building systems and forming teams.
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In the week episode of our CEO series, host Lee Murray engages in a captivating discussion with Rey Ortega, founder of Grata Software, as he shares the journey from freelancing to a successful tech consulting firm. Learn about the importance of an engineering-first approach, building client relationships, and transitioning from engineering to leadership. Discover Grata Software's expansion plans and the new "Learn to Build a Business" program, designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs. Tune in for insights on business fundamentals, mentorship, and transitioning to entrepreneurship!
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Rey - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rey-ortega-2774468/
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n the first episode of our CEO series, host Lee Murray engages in a captivating discussion with Jesse Brashear, the CEO of Brashear's Pharmacy, exploring the growth challenges within the pharmacy industry. The conversation delves into critical issues involving pharmacy benefit managers, federal regulations, and the emphasis on patient care. Jesse shares insightful reflections on overcoming obstacles in the pharmacy sector, providing a deeper understanding of the industry's dynamics.
Thank you for watching. If you are enjoying what you hear, please consider sharing it with a colleague or a friend.
Have a guest recommendation, question, or just want to connect?
Go here: https://www.harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcast
Connect on LinkedIn:
Lee - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurray/
Jesse - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-brashear-4a2502198/
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In the third episode of Season 1, Lee interviews Hubspot Executive, Dan Tyre, about his entrepreneurial journey and his role as the first salesperson of HubSpot's original team. Together we explore the power of growth and startups as well as some key tips for entrepreneurs hoping to scale their businesses and take them to the next level.
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In this Inaugural second episode, Lee interviews Daryl Dixon, CEO of VALiNTRY360. They discuss how to think about building a great team that will impact growth for long term sustainability.
Daryl has a robust background in building and managing teams over his two decades of entrepreneurship and previous executive roles at enterprise level companies.
Do you have a guest recommendation, a question or just want to connect? Go here: https://www.harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcast
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https://valintry360.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/daryladixon/
In this inaugural first episode, Lee interviews Tim Parkin, Global Marketing Consultant of Parkin Consulting. They discuss talk about marketing optimization and focusing your efforts around your strategy. Tim brings a wealth of knowledge from working with enterprise companies around the world.
Bear with us on the technical side. In an effort to not let perfection impede progress, we've decided to just roll with this, mistakes and all, so we can start the ball rolling and getting episodes released into the wild. We will work on improving our audio quality with each episode.
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In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Morgan Blake about the complexities of paid advertising, with a special focus on the construction industry. They discuss common pitfalls like unclean data and misaligned goals, emphasizing the importance of understanding your audience and setting up campaigns correctly. The conversation also explores storytelling, transparency, and the evolving role of data in digital marketing.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayMorgan – https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganozenbaughblake/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Jeff Wenberg, CEO of Offer Evolution. Jeff emphasizes the power of simplicity in messaging—focusing on clear, benefit-driven communication rather than technical details. They explore how to adapt messaging for different audiences, especially when moving from warm to cold markets, and the importance of storytelling throughout the sales funnel. The conversation provides practical advice for creating compelling, high-converting offers that resonate.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayJeff – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffwenberg
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Harish Chandramowli, founder and CEO of Flaire. He shares his journey from computer science engineer to tech entrepreneur in the fashion industry. He emphasizes the importance of understanding customer needs, fostering honest communication, and driving innovation in the mid-market fashion space. The conversation offers valuable lessons for aspiring founders on navigating the intersection of tech, creativity, and business growth.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayHarish – https://www.linkedin.com/in/scharish/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Julie Matzen, founder of Borderline. They discuss the balance between AI tools and human validation, and how Borderline’s platform makes expert collaboration easy and adaptable. The conversation emphasizes the enduring value of human connection, expertise, and creativity in an AI-driven world.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayJulie – https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-matzen-1696aa52/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Eli Portnoy, Founder and CEO of Backengine.ai, about the critical role of customer feedback in scaling B2B companies. He explains how Backengine.ai uses AI to turn customer interactions into actionable insights, empowering teams to make smarter decisions and improve customer satisfaction. The conversation offers valuable strategies for founders and leaders looking to stay connected to their customers while scaling efficiently.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayEli – https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliportnoy
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Cat Holt, Founder and CEO of Cool OG, about the art of brand transformation and corporate communications. She emphasizes the importance of creativity, authenticity, and understanding audience needs. The conversation highlights the role of courageous marketing, leadership, and aligning company culture with brand messaging.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayCat – https://www.linkedin.com/in/catkolodij/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Ryan Ferrier, CEO of Lob.com, about how direct mail is being reinvented as a powerful marketing channel. He emphasizes the importance of personalization and cost-effectiveness in direct mail campaigns and explains how to integrate mail with digital strategies. Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayRyan – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanferrier
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Ben Hansen, Founder of Profit Doctor, about the concept of “profititis”. Ben explains why businesses must look beyond revenue and focus on optimizing profitability. He shares practical strategies, from separating growth investments from operational costs to running regular profitability reviews. Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayBen – https://www.linkedin.com/in/benhansenprofitdoctor
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Andrew Amann, CEO and Co-founder of NineTwoThree AI Studio. They discuss the transformative role of AI agents in business. Andrew shares insights on how AI enhances productivity, reduces costs, and drives revenue growth. The conversation explores the future of AI in business and provides practical strategies for integrating AI into business models.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayAndrew – https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewamann
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee sits down with with Tyler Hochman, Founder & CEO at FORE. They dive into the transformative power of integrating private data with AI to unlock valuable business insights. Discover how companies are using AI to analyze proprietary data, drive innovation, and fuel smarter decision-making.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayTyler - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-hochman-83b547130/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee sits down with Ashish Gupta, CEO of ScaleUpExec.com, to explore the power of team values and culture in driving business success. Ashish shares how defining clear values and building a strong culture can align teams, inspire performance, and create long-term growth. This episode is packed with practical insights on shaping a culture that empowers teams and accelerates success.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayAshish – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashish-gup/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee sits down with Joshua Monge, Founder at Think Adapt Build. They dive into the power of systems in driving business success. Discover why systems are the backbone of growing businesses and how you can leverage them to take your company to the next level.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayJoshua - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrjdmonge/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee sits down with Gabe Lullo, CEO of AlleyOOP.io, to explore the art of building a powerful LinkedIn presence. Gabe shares actionable strategies to boost your professional brand, engage authentically with your network, and leverage LinkedIn’s unique features to stand out in your industry.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayGabe – https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabelullo
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Dr. Erica Armstrong, founder of Root Functional Medicine. She shares how she scaled from a small practice to a tech-enabled functional medicine company. She breaks down the challenges of sustainable growth and why addressing root causes—not just symptoms—matters for individuals and organizations alike.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayErica – https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-armstrong-md-ifmcp-a5998331/
In this episode of Exploring Growth, host Lee Murray talks with Mehdi Tehranchi, Co-Founder & CEO of KnowledgeNet.ai. They break down how Organizational AI is transforming mid-market B2B companies. Learn how internal data can power AI assistants, streamline operations, and unlock growth.Want to connect or recommend a guest?harvardmurray.com/exploring-growth-podcastConnect on LinkedIn:Lee – https://www.linkedin.com/in/leehmurrayMehdi – https://www.linkedin.com/in/mehditehranchi
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